Final: Assistive Tech Pt 1 Flashcards
What are the components of the HAAT Model?
Human + activity + assistive technology + context which it is used in
According to the HAAT Model, what is considered in the “human” category?
Impairments, body structures and functions, physical characteristics, age, functional goals
According to the HAAT Model, what is considered in the “actvity” category?
Function the pt is working towards
According to the HAAT Model, what is considered in the “assistive technology” category?
Devices that are applicable, cost, insurance, availability, restrictions
What is the education model for reimbursement?
Funding is based on needs as they relate to necessary for success in education
What is the medical model for reimbursement?
Made based on medical necessity through insurance
What is the vocational model for reimbursement?
Helps individuals with disabilities to enter, remain in, and return to employment
What does MRADL stand for?
Mobility related activities of daily living
What are examples of MRADLs?
Toileting, feeding, dressing, grooming, bathing
What is DME?
Equipment and supplies ordered by a health care provided for everyday or extended use
What does CRT stand for?
Complex rehab technology
What is CRT?
Included products that are medically necessary with custom devices that require evaluation, configuration, fitting, adjustment, and programming
What type of medical equipment requires justification in order to receive funding?
CRT
What is required when establishing medical necessity?
MD prescription
What are examples of general purpose low tech aids?
Mouth sticks, head pointers, reachers
What are examples of aids for food consumption?
Utensils with modified handles, plate modifications, drinking aids
What are examples of aids for food preparation?
One handed holders, bowls with suction cups, cutting board stabilizers
What are examples of aids for dressing?
Adapted button hooks, enlarges zipper pulls, sock aids, long handled shoe horn, reacher, shoe horn
What are examples of aids for hygiene?
Modified handles, extended length, modified tooth brushes, bath benches, seats, tub rails, hand held shower heads
What are the four types of high tech aids for manipulation of the environment?
- Lift devices
- Electronic aids to daily living
- Electronic devices
- Augmentative communication devices
What are the two types of portable lifts?
Hoyer and power lifts
What simple device can aid with transfers?
Stand pivot disc
What does EADL stand for?
Electronic aids to daily living
Why was terminology changed from ECU (environmental control units) to EADL?
To shift the focus on the purpose of the device and that it is to aid in functions of daily living
What are the two types of EADL control?
Discrete and continuous
What does discrete control mean?
Device is either turned on, off, or set to a specific value, such as lights, tv, radio
What does continuous control mean?
Results in greater or smaller degrees of output, such as opening curtains, turning up the volume, dimming lights
What electronic accessibility features are universally designed?
Cursor size, speed of mouse, font size, volume, voice to text
What is the most common input device and power chair controller?
Joystick
What are the functions of a joystick?
Can control multiple devices and directions. Direct control of the chair and bluetooth control of other devices
What is a button switch?
Round activation surface usually with audible click and tactile to know it has been activated
What is a chin switch?
Contact of chin to the switch creates activation. Flexible in positioning around neck to promote contact. Has an auditory click and tactile feedback
What is a light touch switch?
Small switch that only requires light touch to activate. Provides auditory and tactile info
What is a pillow switch?
Soft foam activation surface that provides auditory and tactile cue when activated
What is a sip and puff switch?
Can be activated with a sip or puff of the mouth through a mouthpiece
